Ooooh... I've always wanted to hike nearby Bauneg Beg, but there wasn't any parking (one used to have to park on the side of the road). It seems that has changed, so I'll be adding #BaunegBeg to my hiking list (along with #MountAgamenticus). While I'd love to travel further away (like the White Mountains or my old stomping grounds back in Massachusetts), I'm really not liking driving too far these days. And yes, I still have plenty to explore without having to drive anywhere, but I would like to get to at least one high spot this year!

Parks in #YarmouthME, #NorthBerwickME will share $500K in federal funding

By Laurie Schreiber, March 21, 2023

"Maine will receive $542,805 in federal funding to expand outdoor recreation opportunities at two sites.

"The town of Yarmouth is receiving $361,830 to make significant renovations at Royal River Park, and the town of North Berwick is receiving $180,975 to create a recreation area at Bauneg Beg Mountain South.

[...]

"The town of North Berwick will receive $180,975 to acquire and develop 60.8 acres of property for recreation on Bauneg Beg Mountain South. Upcoming projects include a gravel parking area, signage and informational kiosk and new trails.

"The area lies on the northern tip of North Berwick, consisting of 89 wooded acres of trails, rock formations and a panoramic view, according to Great Works Regional Land Trust.

"Bauneg Beg is an 'elusive' mountain, seen only from a distance and in certain weather conditions. It has a few steep steps at the top, but is otherwise manageable for just about anyone and is considered an excellent family hiking spot in all seasons.

"Bauneg Beg Mountain has three peaks, the highest of which is 866 feet – higher than Mt. Agamenticus. The peaks can be seen from the Atlantic Ocean and have been used by mariners navigating the Maine coast. The mountain is the only one in southern Maine that does not have a radio tower.

"Great Works permanently conserved the property in 2001."

Source:
https://www.mainebiz.biz/article/parks-in-yarmouth-north-berwick-will-share-500k-in-federal-funding

#SolarPunkSunday #MaineHikes #SpendTimeInNature #MaineParks #RoyalRiverPark

Ooooh... I've always wanted to hike nearby Bauneg Beg, but there wasn't any parking (one used to have to park on the side of the road). It seems that has changed, so I'll be adding #BaunegBeg to my hiking list (along with #MountAgamenticus). While I'd love to travel further away (like the White Mountains or my old stomping grounds back in Massachusetts), I'm really not liking driving too far these days. And yes, I still have plenty to explore without having to drive anywhere, but I would like to get to at least one high spot this year!

Parks in #YarmouthME, #NorthBerwickME will share $500K in federal funding

By Laurie Schreiber, March 21, 2023

"Maine will receive $542,805 in federal funding to expand outdoor recreation opportunities at two sites.

"The town of Yarmouth is receiving $361,830 to make significant renovations at Royal River Park, and the town of North Berwick is receiving $180,975 to create a recreation area at Bauneg Beg Mountain South.

[...]

"The town of North Berwick will receive $180,975 to acquire and develop 60.8 acres of property for recreation on Bauneg Beg Mountain South. Upcoming projects include a gravel parking area, signage and informational kiosk and new trails.

"The area lies on the northern tip of North Berwick, consisting of 89 wooded acres of trails, rock formations and a panoramic view, according to Great Works Regional Land Trust.

"Bauneg Beg is an 'elusive' mountain, seen only from a distance and in certain weather conditions. It has a few steep steps at the top, but is otherwise manageable for just about anyone and is considered an excellent family hiking spot in all seasons.

"Bauneg Beg Mountain has three peaks, the highest of which is 866 feet – higher than Mt. Agamenticus. The peaks can be seen from the Atlantic Ocean and have been used by mariners navigating the Maine coast. The mountain is the only one in southern Maine that does not have a radio tower.

"Great Works permanently conserved the property in 2001."

Source:
https://www.mainebiz.biz/article/parks-in-yarmouth-north-berwick-will-share-500k-in-federal-funding

#SolarPunkSunday #MaineHikes #SpendTimeInNature #MaineParks #RoyalRiverPark